Fort Payne Police Department Advises About June Jam Road Closures
To Area Residents near the June Jam Venue RE: Road Closures On Friday June 2nd starting at 2:00 pm 18th
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Plainview Wins Class 3A State Softball Championship
CLASS 3A STATE SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPPlainview 14, Opp 4 By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA JACKSONVILLE – Plainview High
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Adult Education Graduation Is This Wednesday
NEWS RELEASE The Northeast Alabama Adult Education Program will have its annual Adult Education Graduation for recipients of the GED®
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34 charged with drug related charges during month of April
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of April, there were 34 that were arrested on drug related charges. Approximately
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Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club Meeting Saturday May 13 2023
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday May 13th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be Sarah
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Fort Payne-Main Street to Honor Acclaimed Actor Sandra Ellis Lafferty with Star Reveal in front of the DeKalb Theatre
Fort Payne is going Hollywood as a touch of Tinsel Town will be in Fort Payne to honor Sandra Ellis
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City of Rainsville To Hold Spring Clean Up Month
The City of Rainsville will hold Spring Clean Up 2023 during the month of May. Beginning May 1, 2023 through
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Plainview Baseball Falls in First Round and Collinsville Advances
Plainview Baseball lost the first two games of round one in the AHSAA playoffs. Hokes Bluff defeated the Bears 8-4
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DCSO charged 38 with drug related charges during month of March
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of March, DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents, K-9 Unit, SRT Unit, SRO’s and
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Resurfacing of Alabama 40 may begin this week
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that resurfacing of Alabama 40 between from Alabama 35 near Scottsboro
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Multiple Charges Filed After Domestic Violence Call In Powell
On 4/16/2023, The Powell Police Department was dispatched to a residence on AL-35 inside the town limits in reference to
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Ider Police Department Easter Sunday High Speed Chase
News Release from Ider Police Department: EASTER SUNDAY PURSUIT During Easter Sunday night (04/09/23), multiple units were patrolling a high
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Dekalb County Republican Women meeting will be April 24th
The Dekalb County Republican Women will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday, April 24, 2023 at 6:00 pm. The
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Braxton Clines Is Graduating From High School & College
Braxton Clines, a senior from Cornerstone Christian Academy, will graduate high school and college at the same time. Braxton has
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Part of I-59N in DeKalb County closing for reconstruction
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that the next five miles of northbound roadway of Interstate 59
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Crossville Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
DEKALB COUNTY—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:50 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, has claimed the life of a Crossville
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NACC Theatre Presents Matilda the Musical
RAINSVILLE – The Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) Theatre will perform Matilda the Musical on April 27-30 and May 4-7,
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Remains in Valley Head Identified
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – It is with great sadness that the remains that were located in Valley Head, Al on
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Fatal Crash South of Geraldine Claims One Life
DEKALB COUNTY—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:50 a.m. Friday, March 31, has claimed the life of a Henagar
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Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting This Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, April 8th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be
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Part of I-59N reopening in Etowah and DeKalb counties
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2023 Part of I-59N reopening in Etowah and DeKalb counties HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department
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Henagar man arrested in conjunction with shooting
03/24/2023 Henagar man arrested in conjunction with shooting FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On Thursday, March 23rd, at approximately 6:27 pm,
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Human Remains Found in Valley Head Area
03/23/2023 Human Remains Found in Valley Head Area FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Earlier today, human remains were found in a
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Single Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Fort Payne Man
GADSDEN POST—A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, has claimed the life of a Fort
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Crossville woman arrested on Child Abuse/Aggravated Abuse
03/17/2023 Crossville woman arrested on Child Abuse/Aggravated Abuse FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Jessica Lindsey Nation (36 of Crossville) was arrested on March
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Expect I-59 southbound lane closures in DeKalb County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2023 Expect I-59 southbound lane closures in DeKalb County HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of
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39 Arrested on Drug Related Charges During Month of February
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – DeKalb County Deputies along with K-9 Unit,
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Rainsville Man Arrested For Sexual Abuse of A Minor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 8TH 2023 11:00AM Recently, Rainsville Police Department opened an investigation of Sexual Abuse of a minor
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Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, March 11th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be
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The South will see two more days of active Severe Weather threats. Today, Thursday, March 2, 2023, there is a
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Ider Police Makes Arrest for Stolen Truck and FENTANYL
Press release / Stolen vehicle arrest On 02/12/23, a 1970 Ford XLT was stolen from inside the Town limits of
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Plainview rallies past Sumter Central, Earns
Chance to Repeat as State Champions
CLASS 3A BOYS’ SEMIFINALS Plainview rallies past Sumter Central, EarnsChance to Repeat as State Champions By Josh Bean | For
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SAND MOUNTAIN AMPHITHEATER TO HOST PLATINUM
RECORDING ARTIST – BOZ SCAGGS
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 28th, 2023 SAND MOUNTAIN AMPHITHEATER TO HOST PLATINUMRECORDING ARTIST – BOZ SCAGGS(ALBERTVILLE, AL) – February 28th,
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Crossville Man Charged with Engaging in a Sex Act with Student
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – A Grand Jury indictment was issued for Issac Hunter Dismuke (28 of Crossville) for three counts of a School
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Local Organizations Granted $1,521,900 for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention
For immediate release Award Presentation: Local Organizations Granted $1,521,900 for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Albertville, Ala. – The Alabama
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During the first month of the year, 22 were arrested on drug charges
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of January, 22 people
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DCSC Makes 40 Arrested During Weekend Saturation
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office as well
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Stolen Vehicle Recovered In Ider
Press release / Stolen Vehicle recovery On 02/12/23, a 1970 Ford XLT was stolen from inside the Town limits of
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Horse-Drawn Vehicles On Rainsville Roadways
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 02/14/2023 @ 11:00AM On 02/13/2023 many departments in our area responded to a vehicle accident in Powell,
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Recent Drug Arrest In Rainsville
For Immediate Release 02/13/2023 @ 11:00AM On February 2nd 2023 Rainsville Officers were dispatched to the 1800 Block of Garret
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SEVERE Weather Possible This Thursday February 16 2023
The Storm Prediction Center has issued a 15% or “Slight Risk” for Severe weather for this Thursday, February 16, 2023.
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Dekalb County Republican Breakfast This Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, February 11th , at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be
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Governor Ivey awards grant to enhance public safety in DeKalb County
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $150,000 grant to improve public safety in DeKalb County. The grant will
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Young Republicans and City of Rainsville Celebrate Nathaniel Ledbetter
The Dekalb County Young Republicans and the City of Rainsville, cordially invite you to join them to celebrate Nathaniel Ledbetter,
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DeKalb County Democratic Party will host a Homecoming Brunch
The DeKalb County Democratic Executive Committee will be hosting a Homecoming Brunch on Saturday, January 28th 10:00am at Democratic HQ
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Two Mentone Residents Arrested For Burglary
01/25/2023 According to Sheriff Jeff Shaver, Cherokee County Investigator Jeremy Stepps charged two individuals, on Monday, in connection with a burglary
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Fatal Crash Claims Life Of Jackson County Woman
HUNTSVILLE POST – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, has claimed the life of
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ALEA Joins National Campaign to Empower Passengers to Take Responsibility for Their Own Safety
MONTGOMERY – Passengers accounted for 62 percent of traffic fatalities nationwide in 2019, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway
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Fort Payne Man Killed In Traffic Accident On I-59
Date: 01/17/2023 Title: Vehicle Fatality A call came in at approximately 12:30 am on Sunday January 15th to Fort Payne
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Dual Enrollment Career Tech Scholarships Awarded in Jackson And Dekalb Counties
January 17, 2023 With funds provided by the Alabama Legislature and the Alabama Community College System, Northeast Alabama Community College
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Arrest Made For Felony Assault On A Police Officer
*Press release**Felony assault on a Police Officer* On 01/15/23, The Powell Police Department responded to a call for service, the
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ALDOT Watching Weather – Will Have Crews On Standby
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 12, 2023 ALDOT watching weather, will have crews on standby HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of
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DeKalb County Republican Breakfast This Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 7:30 am. The guest speaker will be State
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Rainsville Officer Arrested And Charged With DUI
New Release from Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) January 10, 2023 HUNTSVILLE POST—A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6
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Another Round of Severe Weather This Thursday
The Storm Prediction Center already has a large Severe Weather Outlook area across the South on Thursday, January 12, 2023.
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11 Charged with Drug Related Offenses during month of December
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The month of December, Dekalb County Sheriff’s
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Threat For Severe Weather Returns To The South Monday and Tuesday
“Enhanced Risk” area (darker orange area) has been added for the threat of Strong Tornadoes across east Texas, Louisiana, and
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DeKalb County Man Killed In Crash In Marshall County
ALBERTVILLE, Al. – ALEA is reporting that Christopher Bell, 48 of Fort Payne, was killed in a two-car accident, on
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ALEA Announces Firearms Prohibited Person Database
MONTGOMERY – In 2021, the Alabama Legislature passed the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act (Act 2021-246) which goes into
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34 arrested during month of November on drug related charges
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – During the month of November, Dekalb County
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ALEA: Travel Safe, Arrive Safe this Holiday Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2022 ALEA: Travel Safe, Arrive Safe this Holiday Season ALEA’s ‘12 Days of Safety’ Begins
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ALDOT: Arctic Cold Front Could Bring Dangerous Road Conditions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2022 ALDOT: Arctic Cold Front Could Bring Dangerous Road Conditions MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department
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Man Arrested for Breaking and Entering Vehicle
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On December 13th 2022, patrol deputies with
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The Bicycle Man delivers bicycles for children in need this Christmas
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — If you have never met Mr. Leon
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Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club Meeting is This Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, December 10th, 2022, at 7:30 am. Our guest speaker will be Dekalb
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Multiple Guns Recovered in Burglary Arrest
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — On November 29th 2022, patrol deputies with
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Powell Police Department Makes Arrest For Using Fake Currency
This week the Powell Police Department coordinated with the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office(KY), Barren County Sheriff’s Office(KY), and Edmonson County
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Fyffe wins sixth state title since 2014 Winning
40-28 over B.B. Comer in 2A Super 7 Finals
By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA AUBURN – A chaotic first half ended with Fyffe holding a double-digit
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Large Area Forecast For Dangerous Weather Tuesday
Tuesday, November 29, 2022, will bring the chance of Severe weather across a large portion of the South. The Storm
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SEVERE Weather Possible Across The South On Tuesday
There is the chance for a significant Severe weather outbreak this coming Tuesday, November 29, 2022 across parts of Mississippi,
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ALABAMA To Host Christmas For Kids Day This Saturday
This Saturday, November 19, 2022, ALABAMA will host their ‘Christmas for Kids Day’ at the ALABAMA Fan Club and Museum
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Tip Leads To 215 Charges Of Possession Of Child Pornography
News Release from Rainsville Police Department. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 11/15/2022 On November 14th 2022 Steve Robert Wukmer age 66 of
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AHSAA Football Playoffs – Fyffe, Sylvania, Geraldine, and Pisgah Advance to Third Round
AHSAA Football Playoffs to Set Third-Round PairingsAuburn, Central-Phenix City, Hoover & Thompson in 7A Semifinals MONTGOMERY – The AHSAA Stat
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Motorcycle and guns recovered during the month of October
FORT PAYNE, Ala. -During the month of October, over 3,000 grams of methamphetamine, over 3,000 grams of marijuana were confiscated.
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Representative Nathaniel Ledbetter Guest Speaker at Republican Breakfast
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is this Saturday, November 12th, 2022, at 7:30 am. The featured guest speaker will
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Fyffe’s Paul Benefield Inducted into Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022-23
MONTGOMERY – Thirteen major contributors to prep athletics in Alabama have been selected for induction into the Alabama High School
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Drug Arrest Made In Rainsville
11/04/2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On November 1st 2022 at approximately 10:45PM Patrol Officers with Rainsville Police Department performed a traffic
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Valley Head Man Arrested on 106 Counts of Child Porn
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The DeKalb County Investigations Division has recently been investigating a case regarding apparent child pornography. An
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Children’s Safety First Halloween Fun Second’ Safety Initiative
ALEA’s SBI Warns of Drugs Cloned to Look Like Candy MONTGOMERY – As the weather continues to change and autumn
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Valley Head Woman Killed In Single Vehicle Crash
VALLEY HEAD, AL – A single-vehicle crash at approximately 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, has claimed the life of a
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Plainview Advances to State Championship Game
News Release from AHSAA Prattville Christian, Plainview Capture Semifinal Wins to Move into Thursday’s 3A Volleyball Finals BIRMINGHAM – Prattville
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Plainview Volleyball Advances to Class 3A Semifinals
CLASS 3A QUARTERFINALSPrattville Christian, Ohatchee, St. Luke’s andPlainview Advance to Wednesday’s Class 3A SemifinalsBIRMINGHAM – Prattville Christian, Ohatchee, St. Luke’s
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Fort Payne Chamber Hosting Halloween Block Party
The Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce and Twin City Used Cars will be sponsoring the Annual Halloween Block Party on
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Single Vehicle Crash Claims Life Of Section Man
Section, Al – A single-vehicle crash at approximately 6:50 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, has claimed the life of a Section man. David
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Severe Weather Possible Across The South On Tuesday
THERE IS A SLIGHT RISK OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS FROM THE LOWER MISSISSIPPI VALLEY/MID-SOUTH INTO THE SOUTHEAST STATES… SUMMARY Strong to
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Dekalb County Sheriff Investigators Speak To NACC Class
Deputy Chief Investigator Priscilla Padgett, Investigator Paul Bell and Investigator Weston Fortner spoke to Mr. Whited’s Criminal Justice Class at
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Ider Woman Arrested on charges of Rape and Sexual Abuse
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – Kristen Rice Perry (30 of Ider) was booked into the DeKalb County Detention Center on Monday, October 17th,
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Van Crashes Into Building – No Serious Injuries
Press Release from Rainsville Police Department October 17, 2022 On Friday October 14th 2022 at approximately 12:25PM Rainsville Police Department
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Driver Runs Into Vape Shop in Rainsville
According to information released by the Rainsville Police Department, a driver drove into a local vape shop today. There was
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There Is A Risk of Strong and Severe Storms On Wednesday
We have had such a nice and calm Fall, but that will all end tomorrow, Wednesday, October 12, 2022. The
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Several arrested on drug charges in September
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – In the month of September, several were
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Over 6 pounds of Methamphetamine Seized
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. – On October 5, 2022, Narcotics Agents with
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Dekalb County Republican Breakfast Club Meeting This Saturday
The Dekalb Republican Breakfast Club meeting is Saturday, October 8th, 2022, at 7:30 am. Our featured guest speaker will be Lieutenant Governor Will
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Rainsville and Powell Police Departments Help with Show and Tell
For Immediate Release 09/28/2022 Chief Michael Edmondson, Sergeant Alex Jose, and Officer Sean Fowler of Rainsville Police Department, along with
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John Deere Gator recovered Thanks to Help From Facebook
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Thanks to social media, a utility vehicle
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Burglary in Collinsville over the weekend and Chase on Monday
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: FORT PAYNE, Ala. — A Selma man was arrested for burglarizing
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Heath Thrash recognized by the NIAAA as a Certified Athletic Administrator
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (September 14, 2022) INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) is pleased
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Couple Arrested For Breaking and Entering A Vehicle and Stolen Vehicle Recovered
09/12/2022 AT 12:05PM On September 8, 2022 at approximately 7:35PM patrol officers responded to Stop to Save to investigate reports
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Stone Mountain Man Arrested for Fake Prescription
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 09/02/2022 Dawson Phillip Brown, 23 of Stone Mountain Georgia was arrested on September 1 2022 at approximately
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